Us EMB guys usually get stuck at the Comfort Suites instead of the Candlewood. I prefer the Candlewood, because of the full kitchen and laundry facility. The comfort has a hot breakfast, but it gets old really fast. In Fresno the Holiday Inn is okay but by nothing, they will haul you around town. The Long Beach hotel is really nice with a great breakfast and free dinner with beer and wine at night. You can also walk to lots of eateries and bars, or take the bus downtown.